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Frequently Asked Questions about the Kruger Park

General Info

Can I do a self-drive safari in Kruger Park?
Do I need a visa to visit Kruger Park?
Are there any restrictions on activities in Kruger Park?
What wildlife can be found in the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park?
What is the objective of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park?

Health and Safety

What should I do if I encounter a wild animal in Kruger National Park?
What should I do if I experience a medical emergency in South Africa?
Are there any safety concerns when driving in South Africa?
What should I do if I experience a medical emergency in Kruger National Park?
Is crime a concern for visitors to South Africa?

Mammals

What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?

Snakes

How dangerous is the Black Mamba?
What do Boomslangs eat?
Why is it called Mozambique spitting cobra?
What should I do if I encounter a snake in Kruger National Park?
Are there any snake safety tips I should be aware of when visiting Kruger National Park?

History

What was the original purpose of Kruger National Park?
Who was James Stevenson-Hamilton?
What was the role of James Stevenson-Hamilton in the history of Kruger National Park?
Who was Paul Kruger?
What is the Thulamela archaeological site?

Flora

What are the uses of baobab trees?
What are some traditional uses of the Buffalo Thorn Tree?
What is the importance of the flora in Kruger National Park?
What is the life cycle of a mopane tree?
What are some traditional uses of the Marula Tree?

Birds

What is the significance of ostriches in African culture?
What do ostriches eat?
How can I see Southern Ground Hornbills in Kruger National Park?
What do African Fish Eagles eat?
What is the size of an African Fish Eagle?

Insects

Are there any butterflies that are only found in the Kruger Park?
How long do Golden orb spiders live?
What is the largest spider found in the Kruger Park?
Are termites harmful to humans?
Can termites be controlled in Kruger Park?

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Kruger Park Quiz

Animals in the Kruger Park

Lion
Impala
Giraffe
Hippo
Suni
Honey Badger
Hyena
Leopard
Pangolin
Serval
Bushbabies
Warthog
Cheetah
Baboon
Porcupine
Spotted Hyena
Brown Hyena
Aardvark
Blue Wildebeest
Eland
Kudu
Common Duiker
Klipspringer
Lichtenstein's Hartebeest
Mountain Reedbuck
Nyala
Oribi
Elephant